Ch 2 Questions

Question 0

The stage of the grieving process where an attempt is made to secure a prize for good behavior or promise to, change one’s lifestyle is known as:

Answer 0

Bargaining

Question 1

From the age 1 to the of age of 40,_________ is the leading cause of death.

Answer 1

Trauma

Question 2

The stage of the grieving process that involves refusal to accept diagnosis or care is known as:

Answer 2

Denial

Question 3

The stage of the grieving process where the person is ready to die is known as:

Answer 3

Acceptance

Question 4

When providing support for grieving person, it is okay to say:

Answer 4

“I’m sorry”

Question 5

When grieving, family members may express:

Answer 5

Rage, anger, despair

Question 6

__________ is a response to the anticipation of danger.

Answer 6

Anxiety

Question 7

Signs of anxiety include all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Diaphoresis
B. Comfort
C. Hyperventilation
D. Tachycardia

Answer 7

Comfort

Question 8

Fear may be expressed as:

Answer 8

Anger, bed dreams, restlessness

Question 9

If you find that you are the target of the patient’s anger, make sure that you:

Answer 9

Are safe

Do not take the anger or insults personally

Are tolerant and do not become defensive

Question 10

When caring for critically ill or injured patients,__________ will be decreased if you can keep the patient informed at the scene.

Answer 10

Confusion

Anxiety

Feelings of helplessness

Question 11

When acknowledging the death of a child, reactions vary, but_________ is/are common.

Answer 11

Shock

Disbelief

Denial

Question 12

Negative forms of stress include all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Long hours
B. Exercise
C. Shift work
D. Frustration of losing a patient

Answer 12

Exercise

Question 13

Stessors include_________ situations or conditions that may cause a variety of physiologic, physical, and psychological responses.

Answer 13

Emotional

Physical

Environmental

Question 14

Prolonged or excessive stress has been proven to be a strong contributor to:

Answer 14

Heart disease

Hypertension

Cancer

Question 15

_________ occur(s) when insignificant stessors accumulate to a larger stress-related problem.

Answer 15

Cumulative stress

Question 16

Events that can trigger critical incident stress include:

Answer 16

Mass-casualty

Serious injury or traumatic death of a child

Death or serious injury of a coworker in the line of duty

Question 17

The quickest source of energy is________; however, this supply will last less than a day and is consumed in greater quantities during stress.

Answer 17

Glucose

Question 18

Stress management strategies include:

Answer 18

Changing work hours

Changing your attitude

Changing partners

Question 19

Prolonged or excessive exposure to stress is known as:

Answer 19

Cumulative stress

Question 20

The safest, most reliable sources for long-term energy production are:

Answer 20

Carbohydrates

Question 21

A__________ is any event that causes anxiety and mental stress to emergency workers.

Answer 21

Stressor

Question 22

A CISD meeting is an opportunity to discuss your:

Answer 22

Feelings

Fears

Reactions to an event

Question 23

Components of the CISM system include:

Answer 23

Preinicident stress education

Defusing

Spouse and family support

Question 24

Sexual harassment is defined as:

Answer 24

Any unwelcome sexual advance Unwelcome requests for sexual favors Unwelcome verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature

Question 25

Drug and alcohol use in the workplace can result in all of the following EXCEPT: A. Increased absenteeism B. Enhanced treatment decisions C. An increase in accidents and tension among workers D. Lessened ability to render emergency medical care because of mental or physical impairment

Answer 25

Enhanced treatment decisions

Question 26

You should begin protecting yourself:

Answer 26

As soon as you are dispatched

Question 27

___________ is/are contact with blood, body fluids, tissues, or airborne droplets by direct or indirect contact.

Answer 27

Exposure

Question 28

Modes of transmission for infectious diseases include:

Answer 28

Blood or fluid splash Surface contamination Needle stick exposure

Question 29

The spread of HIV and hepatitis in the health care setting can usually be traced to:

Answer 29

Careless handling of sharps

Question 30

__________ is equipment that blocks entry of an organism into the body.

Answer 30

Personal protective equipment

Question 31

Recommended immunizations include the:

Answer 31

MMR vaccine Hepatitis B vaccine Influenza vaccine

Question 32

Which of the following is an example of scene hazard? A. Electricity B. Vehicle collision C. Fire D. All of the above

Answer 32

All of the above

Question 33

You can use a solution of bleach and water at a__________ dilution to clean the unit.

Answer 33

1:10

Question 34

Hazardous materials in vehicles and buildings should be clearly identified using:

Answer 34

Placards

Question 35

Factors to take into consideration for potential violence include:

Answer 35

Poor impulse control Substance abuse Depression